How to grow Diascia

    Aspect: Full sun

    Flowering: July to November

    Hardiness: Half Hardy

    Soil: Moist but well-drained

Where to plant Diascia

Diascia are best planted in a moist, well-drained soil of sand, chalk and loam within an alkaline, neutral or acidic PH balance. They are best planted in full sun and removed from the garden before temperatures get too cold, although they may survive a mild winter if positioned in a sheltered spot. They grow particularly well in containers but look equally good in borders.

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How to plant Diascia

Dig a hole that is as deep and as wide as the root ball and space companion plants at an appropriate distance to support the mature size of your plants. Back fill the planting areas and water thoroughly to settle the plant in place.

How to care for Diascia

Cut back in late April and again in late August if they are getting too straggly. Pinch the tops out to make the plant bushier, stronger and to produce more flowers. Water frequently to keep the soil moist, especially during periods of drought. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong the flowering season.